The Mission of the Nebraska State Council for the Social Studies
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NSCSS is posting lesson plans, book reviews significant to social studies, and editorials from our members. If you are interested in seeing your work reflected on our website please send your contributions to nebraskasocialstudiescouncil@gmail.com ================ |
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*****Please monitor the Teacher Resources page for more award applications and student competitions. The Professional Development/Travel page has information about several opportunities. Deadlines range from January-March 2019. Don't miss out on an opportunity!*****
*****Please monitor the Teacher Resources page for more award applications and student competitions. The Professional Development/Travel page has information about several opportunities. Deadlines range from January-March 2019. Don't miss out on an opportunity!*****
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Teachers - Help grow our profession by sharing this opportunity with high school seniors who aspire to teach!
Have a passion for teaching and a strong academic record? UNO is looking for the Fall 2019 cohort of the Teacher Scholars Academy, and we encourage you to apply.
The Teacher Scholars Academy is a select group of high-achieving teacher candidates who embody leadership qualities and commitment to their communities. High school seniors are invited to apply to be a Teacher Scholar. A Teacher Scholar candidate must be an incoming freshman enrolled in a teacher preparation program for the 2019-2020 year, have demonstrated academic excellence, and show community commitment through volunteer service and extracurricular activities.
Every Teacher Scholar receives 30 credits of in-state tuition, partial room, board, books, and fees awarded each year for a total of four years. For the Fall 2019-2020 cohort, the support for each Teacher Scholar is $14,750, thanks to generous donors.
UNO’s College of Education is excited to be part of the Teacher Scholars Academy. Our Teacher Education Program specializes in preparing aspiring teachers to serve an increasingly diverse student population through supportive, hands-on practicum experiences. Our program is known for pushing beyond traditional teacher preparation curriculum.
What makes UNO’s Teacher Education Program unique?
Learn more at coe.unomaha.edu/scholars.
Have questions? Contact Teacher Education Program Chair, Dr. Sarah Edwards, at 402.554.3512 or skedwards@unomaha.edu.
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Have a passion for teaching and a strong academic record? UNO is looking for the Fall 2019 cohort of the Teacher Scholars Academy, and we encourage you to apply.
The Teacher Scholars Academy is a select group of high-achieving teacher candidates who embody leadership qualities and commitment to their communities. High school seniors are invited to apply to be a Teacher Scholar. A Teacher Scholar candidate must be an incoming freshman enrolled in a teacher preparation program for the 2019-2020 year, have demonstrated academic excellence, and show community commitment through volunteer service and extracurricular activities.
Every Teacher Scholar receives 30 credits of in-state tuition, partial room, board, books, and fees awarded each year for a total of four years. For the Fall 2019-2020 cohort, the support for each Teacher Scholar is $14,750, thanks to generous donors.
UNO’s College of Education is excited to be part of the Teacher Scholars Academy. Our Teacher Education Program specializes in preparing aspiring teachers to serve an increasingly diverse student population through supportive, hands-on practicum experiences. Our program is known for pushing beyond traditional teacher preparation curriculum.
What makes UNO’s Teacher Education Program unique?
- Supports teacher development through a 5-semester practicum experience featuring structured time in Omaha-area classrooms to practice teaching skills.
- Promotes a nurturing environment through a coaching-style support system.
- Encourages leadership development through a variety of student organization options.
- Provides opportunities to conduct research under the guidance of award-winning faculty.
- Offers global study experiences integrated into coursework.
- Includes designated courses for Teacher Scholars to encourage professional growth.
- Features unique community engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities through coursework, student organizations, and service learning projects.
Learn more at coe.unomaha.edu/scholars.
Have questions? Contact Teacher Education Program Chair, Dr. Sarah Edwards, at 402.554.3512 or skedwards@unomaha.edu.
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Who represents you on the Nebraska State Board of Education?
Contact your Board member with comments and concerns.
Contact your Board member with comments and concerns.
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Nebraska Revised Statute 79.760.01 requires the Nebraska State Board of Education to adopt content area standards for reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies every seven years. Pursuant to 79.760.01, and under the leadership of the Nebraska Department of Education, the process to revise the Nebraska Social Studies Standards will begin this fall. The current social studies standards were adopted by the State Board of Education in 2012 and are located here: 2012 Nebraska Social Studies Standards.
Nebraska Revised Statute 79.760.01 requires the Nebraska State Board of Education to adopt content area standards for reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies every seven years. Pursuant to 79.760.01, and under the leadership of the Nebraska Department of Education, the process to revise the Nebraska Social Studies Standards will begin this fall. The current social studies standards were adopted by the State Board of Education in 2012 and are located here: 2012 Nebraska Social Studies Standards.
A webpage has been established as part of the process to revise Nebraska’s Social Studies Standards. The webpage includes information regarding the process (updates to State Board, writing team, etc.), and it will include working drafts of the revised standards as they become available. The webpage is located at:
https://www.education.ne.gov/socialstudies/social-studies-standards-revision/
Please monitor the page from time-to-time for information regarding this process and contact Harris Payne (harris.payne@nebraska.gov) with input.
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Congratulations to our colleague and supporter, Jennifer Davidson!
*****Go to the Annual Conference (Awards) page and the Archives to see some of Nebraska's other outstanding social studies educators!*****
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